Description
These Easy Oatmeal Muffins are moist, fluffy, and lightly sweet, making them the perfect breakfast or snack. Made with rolled oats, buttermilk, and a touch of vanilla, they’re simple to prepare and freeze well for meal prep. Enjoy them warm with butter, honey, or jam for a comforting treat!
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups traditional rolled oats
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 cup white or brown sugar, packed
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature (see note for substitution)
- 1/2 cup oil (sunflower, coconut, or preferred type)
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Soak the oats: In a medium bowl, combine rolled oats and buttermilk. Let sit while preparing the rest.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180ºC). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it.
- Prepare the dry ingredients: Sift together flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder in a large bowl.
- Mix the wet ingredients: Add sugar to the oat-buttermilk mixture and stir. Then mix in oil and egg until well combined. Stir in vanilla extract, if using.
- Combine wet and dry: Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fill muffin cups: Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a tester inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool & serve: Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or store for later!
Notes
- Homemade buttermilk: Mix 1 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar with 1 cup milk and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Oats: Traditional rolled oats provide texture, but instant oats can be used for a softer muffin.
- Sweetener swap: Use brown sugar for a caramel-like flavor or white sugar for a classic taste.
- Crunchy topping: Sprinkle sugar on top before baking for a crispier crust.
- Storage:
- Room temperature: 1-2 days in an airtight container.
- Refrigerate: Up to 5 days.
- Freeze: Up to 1 month; reheat in a 325°F (165°C) oven before serving.
- Flavor variations: Add cinnamon, nutmeg, or orange zest for a flavor boost.
